scholarly journals Conductive Biomaterials as Bioactive Wound Dressing for Wound Healing and Skin Tissue Engineering

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rui Yu ◽  
Hualei Zhang ◽  
Baolin Guo
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Wound Healing ◽  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Carbon Nanomaterials ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Acellular Dermal Matrix ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Photothermal Effect ◽  
Dermal Matrix ◽  
Skin Tissue Engineering

AbstractConductive biomaterials based on conductive polymers, carbon nanomaterials, or conductive inorganic nanomaterials demonstrate great potential in wound healing and skin tissue engineering, owing to the similar conductivity to human skin, good antioxidant and antibacterial activities, electrically controlled drug delivery, and photothermal effect. However, a review highlights the design and application of conductive biomaterials for wound healing and skin tissue engineering is lacking. In this review, the design and fabrication methods of conductive biomaterials with various structural forms including film, nanofiber, membrane, hydrogel, sponge, foam, and acellular dermal matrix for applications in wound healing and skin tissue engineering and the corresponding mechanism in promoting the healing process were summarized. The approaches that conductive biomaterials realize their great value in healing wounds via three main strategies (electrotherapy, wound dressing, and wound assessment) were reviewed. The application of conductive biomaterials as wound dressing when facing different wounds including acute wound and chronic wound (infected wound and diabetic wound) and for wound monitoring is discussed in detail. The challenges and perspectives in designing and developing multifunctional conductive biomaterials are proposed as well.

Biopatterning of Keratinocytes in Aqueous Two-Phase Systems as a Potential Tool for Skin Tissue Engineering

MRS Advances ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (45) ◽  
pp. 2443-2449 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rishima Agarwal ◽  
Kristin Robin Ko ◽  
Paul F. Gratzer ◽  
John P. Frampton
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Acellular Dermal Matrix ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Dermal Matrix ◽  
Skin Tissue Engineering ◽  
Epidermal Keratinocyte ◽  
Matrix Cell ◽  
Aqueous Two Phase Systems ◽  
Phase Systems

ABSTRACTExtrusion-based bioprinting (EBP) is limited by loss of pattern fidelity when printing on wet substrates. This can be overcome using aqueous two-phase systems (ATPSs) as novel ink formulations for EBP. In this study, optimal concentrations of ATPS “inks” were determined and used to pattern human epidermal keratinocyte (HEK001) colonies on a wet substrate for promoting epidermal growth. Four equilibrated and non-equilibrated ATPS formulations were tested for stable ATPS formation and uniform cell patterning. We identified an optimal formulation that produced stable droplets on a standard tissue culture plate coated with PEG. This process was also tested on an acellular dermal matrix (DermGENTM ) to evaluate biopattern fidelity on a tissue matrix. Cell proliferation and formation of adherens junctions between cells were analyzed by immunocytochemistry. Non-equilibrated 5.0% PEG and 5.0% DEX solutions formed tighter colonies than equilibrated solutions containing identical total polymer concentrations. Cells patterned in colonies displayed higher cell viability and increased formation of E-cadherin junctions compared to non-patterned cells. Finally, when the cells were patterned on DermGENTM , discrete cell colonies were observed. This suggests that ATPS EBP holds promise for biopatterning epidermal keratinocyte cells to improve skin tissue engineering.

scholarly journals Skin tissue engineering: wound healing based on stem-cell-based therapeutic strategies

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Azar Nourian Dehkordi ◽  
Fatemeh Mirahmadi Babaheydari ◽  
Mohammad Chehelgerdi ◽  
Shiva Raeisi Dehkordi
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Wound Healing ◽  
Stem Cell ◽  
Therapeutic Strategies ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Skin Tissue Engineering

Quercetin promotes human epidermal stem cell proliferation through the estrogen receptor/β-catenin/c-Myc/cyclin A2 signaling pathway

2020 ◽  
Vol 52 (10) ◽  
pp. 1102-1110
Author(s):  
Zhaodong Wang ◽  
Guangliang Zhang ◽  
Yingying Le ◽  
Jihui Ju ◽  
Ping Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Cell Proliferation ◽  
Wound Healing ◽  
Estrogen Receptor ◽  
Signaling Pathway ◽  
Skin Wound ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Skin Wound Healing ◽  
Skin Tissue Engineering ◽  
Cyclin A2

Abstract Skin epidermal stem cells (EpSCs) play an important role in wound healing. Quercetin is a phytoestrogen reported to accelerate skin wound healing, but its effect on EpSCs is unknown. In this study, we investigated the effect of quercetin on human EpSC proliferation and explored the underlying mechanisms. We found that quercetin at 0.1~1 μM significantly promoted EpSC proliferation and increased the number of cells in S phase. The pro-proliferative effect of quercetin on EpSCs was confirmed in cultured human skin tissue. Mechanistic studies showed that quercetin significantly upregulated the expressions of β-catenin, c-Myc, and cyclins A2 and E1. Inhibitor for β-catenin or c-Myc significantly inhibited quercetin-induced EpSC proliferation. The β-catenin inhibitor XAV-939 suppressed quercetin-induced expressions of β-catenin, c-Myc, and cyclins A2 and E1. The c-Myc inhibitor 10058-F4 inhibited the upregulation of c-Myc and cyclin A2 by quercetin. Pretreatment of EpSCs with estrogen receptor (ER) antagonist ICI182780, but not the G protein-coupled ER1 antagonist G15, reversed quercetin-induced cell proliferation and upregulation of β-catenin, c-Myc, and cyclin A2. Collectively, these results indicate that quercetin promotes EpSC proliferation through ER-mediated activation of β-catenin/c-Myc/cyclinA2 signaling pathway and ER-independent upregulation of cyclin E1 and that quercetin may accelerate skin wound healing through promoting EpSC proliferation. As EpSCs are used not only in clinic to treat skin wounds but also as seed cells in skin tissue engineering, quercetin is a useful reagent to expand EpSCs for basic research, skin wound treatment, and skin tissue engineering.

scholarly journals Immunomodulation of Skin Repair: Cell-Based Therapeutic Strategies for Skin Replacement (A Comprehensive Review)

Biomedicines ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 118
Author(s):  
Shima Tavakoli ◽  
Marta A. Kisiel ◽  
Thomas Biedermann ◽  
Agnes S. Klar
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Stem Cells ◽  
Wound Healing ◽  
Skin Wound ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Specific Cell ◽  
Skin Substitutes ◽  
Skin Wound Healing ◽  
Skin Tissue Engineering

The immune system has a crucial role in skin wound healing and the application of specific cell-laden immunomodulating biomaterials emerged as a possible treatment option to drive skin tissue regeneration. Cell-laden tissue-engineered skin substitutes have the ability to activate immune pathways, even in the absence of other immune-stimulating signals. In particular, mesenchymal stem cells with their immunomodulatory properties can create a specific immune microenvironment to reduce inflammation, scarring, and support skin regeneration. This review presents an overview of current wound care techniques including skin tissue engineering and biomaterials as a novel and promising approach. We highlight the plasticity and different roles of immune cells, in particular macrophages during various stages of skin wound healing. These aspects are pivotal to promote the regeneration of nonhealing wounds such as ulcers in diabetic patients. We believe that a better understanding of the intrinsic immunomodulatory features of stem cells in implantable skin substitutes will lead to new translational opportunities. This, in turn, will improve skin tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications.

Nanofibrous scaffolds for skin tissue engineering and wound healing applications

2022 ◽  
pp. 645-681
Author(s):  
Guadalupe Rivero ◽  
Matthäus D. Popov Pereira da Cunha ◽  
Pablo C. Caracciolo ◽  
Gustavo A. Abraham
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Wound Healing ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Skin Tissue Engineering ◽  
Nanofibrous Scaffolds

scholarly journals Histomorphometric Comparison between Two Types of Acellular Dermal Matrix Grafts: A Mini Pig Animal Model Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (8) ◽  
pp. 3881
Author(s):  
Javier Aragoneses ◽  
Ana Suárez ◽  
Cinthia Rodríguez ◽  
Juan Manuel Aragoneses
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Animal Model ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Acellular Dermal Matrix ◽  
Tissue Response ◽  
Wound Healing Process ◽  
Dermal Matrix ◽  
Model Study ◽  
Animal Model Study ◽  
Acellular Dermal

Acellular dermal matrix grafts (ADMG) have been used as soft tissue graft substitutes for autografts in periodontal plastic surgical procedures. They have benefits like avoiding a second surgical site and patient morbidity that have been associated with autografts, but there is limited evidence available on their tissue response and wound healing process. This histomorphometric animal model study was carried out in mini pigs and it aimed to compare the two types of ADMG materials of porcine derivative with a control group through observation of parameters like epithelial and Keratinized layer thickness, angiogenesis, cellularity, matrix resorption, and inflammatory infiltrate. The surgical technique involved punctures on the edentulous areas stripping the epithelial tissue and exposing the underlying connective tissue, placement of the ADMGs in the appropriate control and test sites. Following this, gingival biopsies were procured at three different time intervals of 15, 45, and 90 days. There were significant differences in epithelial and Keratinized layer thickness among the three groups. This study concluded that there was no clear consensus on which graft material was superior but it gave an insight into the tissue response and wound healing process associated with the graft materials.

scholarly journals Preliminary Characterization of a Polycaprolactone-SurgihoneyRO Electrospun Mesh for Skin Tissue Engineering

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 89
Author(s):  
Enes Aslan ◽  
Cian Vyas ◽  
Joel Yupanqui Mieles ◽  
Gavin Humphreys ◽  
Carl Diver ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Dermal Fibroblasts ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Loss Of Function ◽  
Skin Substitutes ◽  
Disk Diffusion Test ◽  
Skin Tissue Engineering

Skin is a hierarchical and multi-cellular organ exposed to the external environment with a key protective and regulatory role. Wounds caused by disease and trauma can lead to a loss of function, which can be debilitating and even cause death. Accelerating the natural skin healing process and minimizing the risk of infection is a clinical challenge. Electrospinning is a key technology in the development of wound dressings and skin substitutes as it enables extracellular matrix-mimicking fibrous structures and delivery of bioactive materials. Honey is a promising biomaterial for use in skin tissue engineering applications and has antimicrobial properties and potential tissue regenerative properties. This preliminary study investigates a solution electrospun composite nanofibrous mesh based on polycaprolactone and a medical grade honey, SurgihoneyRO. The processing conditions were optimized and assessed by scanning electron microscopy to fabricate meshes with uniform fiber diameters and minimal presence of beads. The chemistry of the composite meshes was examined using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and X-ray photon spectroscopy showing incorporation of honey into the polymer matrix. Meshes incorporating honey had lower mechanical properties due to lower polymer content but were more hydrophilic, resulting in an increase in swelling and an accelerated degradation profile. The biocompatibility of the meshes was assessed using human dermal fibroblasts and adipose-derived stem cells, which showed comparable or higher cell metabolic activity and viability for SurgihoneyRO-containing meshes compared to polycaprolactone only meshes. The meshes showed no antibacterial properties in a disk diffusion test due to a lack of hydrogen peroxide production and release. The developed polycaprolactone-honey nanofibrous meshes have potential for use in skin applications.

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